About the Company Synergy Flavors, Inc. is a leading international supplier of value-added flavors and ingredients to the global bakery, confectionary, beverage, savory, and nutrition industries.

Our objective is simple:

To provide great tasting flavors and ingredients for our customers. To do this, we employ some of the industry's most creative minds. We are headquartered in Wauconda, IL with additional operations in Hamilton, OH, Rochester, NY and Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the Extracts and Emulsions in a flavors manufacturing facility. Extract and Emulsion team members monitor equipment, follow sanitary practices, move, and lift products into tanks, and filter product through presses and homogenizers. Job Responsibilities Sets up, and controls processes, i.e. blending, extraction and filtration. Completes appropriate documentation. Operates process and utility equipment in a hygienic and safe manner in accordance with all process procedures, cGMP and HAACP instructions and guidelines. Acts in such a way that safety awareness and accident prevention are considered in the performance of all tasks. Sets up, calibrates, and monitors instruments, i.e. filter press, chiller, and homogenizers. Tears down, cleans and re-assembles equipment, i.e. pumps, filter press, valves, etc. Clean utensils, vessels and lines. Identifies, troubleshoots, and responds to deviations in process, product, equipment, and performance variations. Performs minor maintenance work on equipment when necessary to ensure continuous operation of process. Completes indicator readings and test results, i.e. specific gravity Lifting of heavy drums and bags and wearing proper PPE Strictly follow detailed instructions to operate equipment Work in a faced paced environment able to multi-task and perform under pressure while remaining flexible. Follow sanitary guidelines for CIP and cleaning Filling out necessary paperwork and batch sheets that accompany mixes compounded Requirements High School diploma or GED Required Experience compounding batches Display basic math skills Chemical experience is a plus Ability to multitask or handle multiple simultaneous projects and priorities. Effective verbal and written communication skills in order to be able to communicate with all levels of the organization including technical teams. Ability to perform shift work as necessary

Hourly Rate:

$22.50/HR + $1/HR Shift Differential + $1K Sign on Bonus Monday - Friday 2p-10:30p The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.

Pay:

From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person